Simple 30 Minute Chicken Pozole Verde

Discover the flavors of Mexico with our Quick Chicken Pozole Verde recipe, a simple yet deliciously hearty dish perfect for any weeknight dinner. This blog post guides you through an easy-to-follow recipe that combines tender chicken, hominy, and a vibrant verde sauce, delivering a comforting bowl of traditional Mexican soup in record time. Get ready to indulge in a burst of flavors that will bring warmth and joy to your table!

Weeknight evenings are often hectic. Between work, after-school activities, and everything else on our plates, it can be tough to find the time to make a healthy, home-cooked meal. That’s where this simple 30-minute chicken pozole verde comes in!

This dish is not only friendly on your weeknight schedule, but it’s also friendly on your wallet.

Eating out can be expensive, and this simple recipe is a great way to stretch a few ingredients into a hearty, filling meal.

Plus, it’s healthier than eating out! Homemade pozole is packed with nutrients and flavor, and you can control exactly what goes into it.

So next time you’re feeling overwhelmed and stressed about what to make for dinner, give this simple pozole de pollo recipe a try. You won’t regret it!

Is it Posole or Pozole?

There seems to be some confusion about the name of this traditional Mexican dish.

Is it Posole or Pozole?

The answer is both!

Posole is the English translation of the word, while Pozole is the original Nahuatl word.

So, whether you call it Posole or Pozole, this soup is sure to please.

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What is Pozole?

Pozole is a Mexican soup or stew that is usually made with pork or chicken.

Chicken pozole verde is a variation of the dish that uses green tomatillos. It is a healthy, filling meal that is easy to make.

This soup is perfect for a chilly winter day or any day you’re looking for a hearty and comforting meal.

The best part about Chicken Posole Verde is that it’s easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can make it spicy or mild and add whatever toppings you like.

And what’s even better is that leftovers taste better the next day, making this dish perfect for meal prep.

The soup is typically served with shredded cabbage, diced onions, diced avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, sliced radishes, sliced jalapenos, and tortilla chips.

Is chicken pozole healthy?

Yes, chicken pozole is a healthy dish. It is packed with protein and vitamins, and it has a low-calorie count (unless you go crazy and add lots of toppings).

My husband suffers from terrible acid reflux and is able to enjoy chicken pozole verde.

He’s not a big soup eater and this is one soup he often requests. This suits me fine because I love eating it and it’s simple to make.

This hearty soup is the best of both worlds. It is filling and satisfying, yet light enough that it won’t weigh you down.

It’s good for your body and your soul.

What are the three varieties of pozole?

Pozole is a traditional Mexican dish that is typically made with pork. However, there are also chicken and vegetarian versions of this popular soup.

Pozole Verde is made with green chiles and cilantro, while Pozole Rojo is made with red chiles. Pozole Blanco is the traditional version of the soup, and it is made with pork and hominy.

All three varieties of pozole are hearty, filling, and satisfying.

Which variety of pozole do you prefer?

Let’s make some Chicken Pozole Verde!

Normally, to make this recipe, I would cook a chicken and de-bone it, which can take time. (It’s yummy to make this way if you have time.)

Several years ago, I made some of the best chicken pozole verde I’d ever made, and it was the easiest/quickest.

My husband had smoked some chicken, and I used the leftover smoked chicken in the pozole.

Oh. my. word. It was amazing!

The smoky meat infused the chicken broth and added a whole new flavor and depth to my pozole verde.

It tasted like it had been cooking for hours, but it only took about 30 minutes from start to finish.

Then one day, I decided to use a rotisserie chicken.

Although it lacked the smoky flavor. The pozole was still hearty and delicious.

Since then, If I don’t have leftover smoked chicken and I’m running short on time, I’ll grab a rotisserie chicken.

You could easily use the leftover cooked chicken you have in the refrigerator.

If you ever have leftover smoked chicken…I highly recommend using it in the recipe. You won’t regret it!

So, if you’re looking for an easy and delicious recipe for chicken pozole verde, look no further.

Pozole De Pollo Recipe 

Ingredients for Chicken Pozole Verde

2-3 cups shredded chicken from leftovers, smoked chicken, or rotisserie

2 (15 oz) can white hominy, drained and rinsed

1 (4 oz can diced green chiles, undrained)

-1 tablespoon olive oil

-1 white onion, chopped

-4 cloves garlic, minced

-3 cups chicken broth (I use 3 t. of better than bouillon plus 3 cups water)

-1-2 cups water

-1 teaspoon cumin

-1 jar of Herdez Salsa Verde

-Salt and Pepper to taste

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, jalapeno (if using), and minced garlic (here’s a great garlic mincer if you don’t have one) and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add the chicken broth, water, green chiles, salsa verde (use half of the jar and add more to taste), and juice of a lime. Bring to a simmer.

Add the shredded chicken and drained hominy and cook for 10-15 minutes.

Serve with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

Optional toppings:

Shredded cheese

Sour cream

Diced avocado

Sliced jalapeno

Tortilla chips

Sliced Jalapeno’s

Shredded Cabbage

If you’re looking for an easy and delicious recipe for chicken pozole verde, look no further. This one is a keeper!

Final Thoughts

This recipe is simple to follow, and it’s packed with flavor.

You will love the combination of seasonings, the tartness of the salsa verde & lime, and all the yummy toppings.

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, this is the recipe for you.

Enjoy!